Ottawa is a city in LaSalle County, Illinois, with a population of approximately 18,714.
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University of Illinois hosts farm sustainability workshop in Ottawa
University of Illinois hosts farm sustainability workshop in Ottawa Shaw Local
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NewsMAR 05, 2026
Bee Gees tribute band to perform March 18 in Ottawa
Bee Gees tribute band to perform March 18 in Ottawa Shaw Local
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NewsFEB 28, 2026
Schedule - Ottawa Pirates (Ottawa, IL) Basketball 25-26
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